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想在悠長的夏日假期裡培養一個健康的嗜好？不妨試試國際象棋！**在為期八堂1小時15分的課程中**，我們將教授您關於西洋棋的基礎知識，並於每堂最後段都有實戰時間，讓你感受下棋的樂趣。課程涵蓋以下關鍵內容： 1. 國際象棋歷史及基本規則 2. 棋局記錄法及開局簡介 3. 常見技巧及形勢分析 4. 終局範例 5. 高階策略及棋局推演 6. 計時法及遊戲變種介紹 7. 棋手等級分類、棋壇高手及網上平台導引 8. 學員象棋比賽 歡迎任何年滿10歲的中小學生參加，**費用為每人HKD 1,600，如二人或以一同參加，可以每人 HKD 1,280優惠價報名。另每堂由包一杯免費手沖飲品** (由 My Home Café 提供)。 Wanna develop a healthy hobby during the long summer vacation? How about trying chess! **Through a total of eight 75-minute lessons**, we will teach you fundamental knowledge about the game, while you will also have time to practice the games towards the end of each lesson. Key aspects covered in the course include: 1. History and basic rules of the game 2. Introduction to chess notation & popular openings 3. Common techniques and game assessment 4. Typical endgame patterns 5. Advanced tactics and scnario simulation 6. Different timing methods & introduction to variants 7. Introduction to ranking system, the chess arena & online communities 8. Chess tournaments among students Anyone aged 10 or above is welcome to join. **The fee is HKD 1,600 per person, but if two or more people register each can enjoy a discounted offer at HKD 1,280. One free drink will also be offered for each lesson** (to be provided by My Home Café).

*“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” — Adapted from Carl Jung* **What is a recurring pattern in your life that you’ve always chalked up to "just the way things are," but might actually be a choice you didn't know you were making?** We all like to believe we are the conscious authors of our own lives. We wake up, pursue our careers, nurture relationships, and make daily decisions with the conviction that we are fully in the driver's seat. For the most part, this belief keeps us moving forward, allowing us to build our lives with a sense of control and purpose. But sometimes, we notice strange echoes. We find ourselves repeating the same frustrating relationship dynamics, reacting with familiar anxieties, or following well-meaning expectations we've never paused to examine. We hit invisible walls and call it "bad luck," or we feel inexplicably stuck and chalk it up to "fate." Conscious Choice is the profound, sometimes unsettling process of looking under the hood. It is the act of checking our "blind spots"—the hidden impulses, unexamined fears, and borrowed beliefs that run our minds on autopilot—and asking: Am I actually making a free decision right now, or am I just following a default setting? Join us at this Curious Souls Cafe gathering to explore the brave, liberating work of turning off the autopilot. We will discuss how to untangle our authentic desires from our passed-down habits, the courage it takes to face our hidden drivers, and the profound freedom of finally taking the steering wheel. Bring your stories, a brave spirit, and an open mind. Let's explore what happens when we finally step out of the background noise and make a choice that is entirely our own. **Inviting those who...** 🪞 Are curious about the hidden drivers behind their daily routines and major life choices. 🧭 Feel like they are repeating certain life patterns and want to figure out how to break the cycle. 🗝️ Seek a brave, judgment-free space to discuss the deeper, sometimes messy layers of the human experience. 🫂 Want to understand the everyday expectations they absorbed, and decide what to keep and what to leave behind. 🤝 Hope to find "kindred spirits" who appreciate profound, authentic conversations over small talk. 📅 Agenda / What You'll Experience 💬 Prompted Conversations We will use virtual question cards designed to help people thoughtfully explore their experiences. Here are some sample questions: * We make thousands of choices a day. In your own life, what does it feel like to make a truly "conscious" choice versus a choice made purely on "autopilot"? * What is a small, everyday "rule" about how a life should be lived that you inherited, but recently decided to lovingly leave behind? * Making a conscious choice sometimes means stepping out of familiar patterns. How do you balance honoring your authentic self while still maintaining harmony with the people around you? From there, we’ll embark on a respectful, engaging, and meaningful conversation, celebrating the diversity of perspectives and ideas within the group. Note: This session may involve virtual question cards accessed via a link or QR code. If you do not have a device (phone/tablet) to access these, please ask a facilitator for assistance; we have spare units available. The exact format of the event may change depending on turnout according to [https://curioussouls.cafe/#how-to](https://curioussouls.cafe/#how-to) and other factors. 💬 Final Thoughts and Feedback Where time allows, in the final 10 minutes of the event, we’ll take a moment to reflect on the key insights, memorable moments, and takeaways from our discussions. This is a chance to distill the shared wisdom and leave with a deeper understanding of the topics we’ve explored together. After the event officially concludes, the group may choose to extend the session, depending on the group’s interest. Of course, you’re welcome to leave at any time that feels right for you. An anonymized summary will be shared for sessions where key insights are identified. After the meeting, our facilitators and participants may reflect on the discussion and contribute to a summary or collaborative workbook based on their notes and observations. Additionally, questions may be revisited in future sessions in an anonymized manner. To explore what our events are like, check out our official website at [https://curioussouls.cafe](https://curioussouls.cafe) 📍 Location City: Hong Kong Address: Empire Centre, 68 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East Inside the shopping mall of Empire Centre, there is a large open area dedicated to a café. We will sit at a round table or sofa inside (near a Hang Seng ATM or 7-Eleven store). Please look for the big words "Curious Souls Café" on our table. If you take the MTR, the nearest station and exit will be East Tsim Sha Tsui Station (Exit P1). From there, you can walk to Empire Centre, which is just a few minutes away. Google Maps link: [maps.app.goo.gl/51Jr8qxY4q5YLQ6q7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/51Jr8qxY4q5YLQ6q7) 💡 Housekeeping & Community Guidelines To keep our café a safe and welcoming space for everyone, please keep in mind: * We celebrate diverse perspectives. Please ensure your contributions remain respectful and considerate of others at the table. * You are solely responsible for ensuring your participation and contributions comply with all local laws, regulations, and customs where the event is held. * Remember that we are gathering in an open, public café. We encourage deep conversations, but please be mindful of your surroundings and personal comfort levels when sharing. 🈚 Free of Charge While there is no charge to attend, we kindly encourage you to support the venue by purchasing a drink and/or any items from their menu. 🛡️ A Pitch-Free Space To protect the psychological safety and authenticity of our community, Curious Souls Café is a strict no-solicitation zone. We ask that attendees do not use our gatherings to sell services, pitch businesses, or recruit participants into outside paid courses, MLM schemes, or third-party organizations. Let's keep the focus on genuine human connection! *Note: This event is not affiliated with the restaurant or any third-party question card game.* ✨ What is Curious Souls Café? Welcome to [Curious Souls Café](https://curioussouls.cafe/about/)! 👋 Designed to nurture healthy curiosity and foster connections, this is a warm and friendly space for meaningful conversations. 😊 We invite you to join us for an experience filled with thought-provoking dialogue, meaningful connections, and personal growth. We look forward to meeting you at one of our events in the future! *Disclaimer: Curious Souls Café is a volunteer-run global community. Our events, interactive boards, and digital toolkits are designed as informal spaces for personal reflection and social connection.* *By participating, you acknowledge that these tools are for entertainment and discussions do not constitute professional, legal, or advisory services. Participants remain fully responsible for their own well-being, health, safety, and personal property at all times, and agree to waive any liability against the hosts, organizers, and technology providers.*

[ Join us ] Hello Everyone 👋🏼! This is the best awesome Group gaming in Hong Kong Let's get to know what's "The closest strangers, the best teammates ever" here\~🤼‍♂️ Team gaming, meet new people. Feel free to bring your TEAM! Friendly gaming mentality! \* When : Every Thursday \| From 8:00pm to 11:00pm Where : 3/F, West Wing, 66 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon Fee : $400/person, Special offer for 2 ladies at $300/person Drinks : 2 classic cocktails/person Games : 3 bar games Guest : 24 guests (12 men and 12 ladies) max Prizes : CASH award for winner team Latecomers will just miss the games!!! \* [ Contact us ] First in first come! Registration and advance payment is required, you can ask through whatsapp chat https://wa.me/65398200

$20 for 2 hours

**an evening community to chat and unwind after work** join us every thursday at 7pm at the big table! there is no agenda - just a chance to wind down, eat, and chat. to join us - follow us and message @seedlofty on instagram and will share you the details.

The next season Hong Kong Mario Kart League is live! Now with Mario Kart World Tour on the Switch 2 Drink, drive, and meet some fun new (and old!) friends Starting at 8:00 PM and ending at 10:00ish •All skill levels welcome
•All ages welcome
•Playing Switch 2 Mario Kart World Tour • Smash Bros, Tetris, or anything else always an option after Mario Kart!
•Have four pro controllers, feel free to bring your own if you have a favorite! •House Rule: We all drink if CPU takes first place… Let’s race and crown some champions! Don’t worry if you aren’t the best, come for the fun or just aim for most improved! Venue prefers a few drinks minimum so feel free drink (or eat!) and drive!

Language exchange@ My home Cafe Kindly at least pay for one drink item for the cafe owner . Please come up stairs to 3/F .

Reading with friends is fun! In this silent book club session, we will all bring our own books and read together. This time, we will read in the **Reading Room** at the **Museum of Hong Kong Literature** Itinerary: 10:00-10:15: Say hi and we can share briefly about the books we are going to read. 10:15-11:15: Silent reading time 11:15-11:30: A little post-reading chat 11:30-12:00 Have a little tour at the museum and dismiss \*If you’re late, please find yourself a seat and join the silent reading session first. We can catch up when the session’s over. :D -The space doesn’t have desks and chairs so **socks** are highly recommended.

Average Rich Cantonese 85s 90s 00s https://chat.whatsapp.com/FBwhQ6OWb5x1EpTVuGRjAL https://www.meetup.com/averagerichcantonese Organiser 90s Gary

We will arrange a special event "4th July – Let's Make LKF Great Again" !!! – An international Friends World Cup Gathering Night. This event will feature drinking, karaoke, and watching the World Cup games at Vibe in LKF, Central. Invite your friends and join us , let's have a fun Saturday night together !!! Experience the feeling of Vibe LKF, a cozy Lounge, vibrant chill and open format music atmosphere, a vibrant environment that you must to know! Great location, right by Central's Iconic D'Aguilar Street at the Grande Progress Building ( 4 Floor ) ! Event : Karaoke & World Cup Watch Party [ 4th of July "Let's Make LKF Grest Again] Date : July 4th 2026, Saturday. Time : 8 pm to 3 am ( Happy-hour till 10 pm ) Free-entry before 8：30 pm (buy a drink), re-entry not allowed ! Door - late : HKD100 (Cash) with ONE welcome standard drink. Special arrangement of this event : Part 1: Happy hour & Karaoke from 8 pm on［ English & Cantonese Songs ] Part 2: World cup games start at 2 am Venue : Vibe (Indoor & Terrace) : 4/F, Grande Progress Building , 15-16 Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong. • To facilitate venue’s handling for our events, please order a drink before start to introduce yourself and chat with members. Thank you. • Kind reminder : Bring some cash.

————————————— **Whatsapp group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lh39JjTImwVGq5lb4cQhWG?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lh39JjTImwVGq5lb4cQhWG?mode=gi_t) **We will meet up on the G/F in Central Market. I’ll find an available table and send a photo to the WhatsApp group to show where we are.** **You may join the whatsapp group or simply call 91796157 when you are over there** SEATS ARE LIMITED, you are encouraged to walk around and find your partners! If you need any help, just ask me to introduce you into the right group ————————————— Join us for a fun evening of language exchange and socializing with international friends. Whether you're a local looking to practice a new language or an exchange student wanting to meet new people, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a vibrant environment **Why we host the event in Central Market?** In 1990, the Central Market building was graded as a Grade III historic building by the Antiquities Advisory Board. After multiple rounds of study and consultation, the revitalization project for the Central Market building began in October 2017. Upon completion, a portion of the market stalls will be preserved. the Central Market's historical significance makes it an attractive venue for hosting various types of events that can celebrate Hong Kong's rich heritage and cultural identity. Please grab a dink and enjoy! **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*Please support and buy some foods or drink in Central market\*\*\*\*\*\*\***

This presentation will be by Ben Iten, humanist chaplain and HCCO Board Member. Speaking on expressing Humanism values in American democracy. This meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online. The formal presentation will start at noon. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event. Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC)

Let’s meet and discuss John Updike's Rabbit, Run, the first in his series of four novels following the life, hopes, and disappointments of former local basketball star, Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom, as he fitfully confronts and evades adulthood.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

BOOM! At land grant featuring the 3 ton toad. Catch the best view of Ohio’s biggest fireworks show – without the downtown madness. Land grant is 1/2 a mile from red white and boom! BOOM! At Land grant is back! The 3 ton toad will go live on the beer garden stage beginning at 7 PM. They’ll keep the music going right up until the fireworks light up the sky. Come early, grab a craft beer, hit up the food trucks, and settle in for a summer night of music, drinks, and an unbeatable fireworks finale.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!